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1999 Iron Horse ARS 8.0

Velopedia Archive ID 81017

Overview

Model year1999
BrandIron Horse
ModelARS 8.0
Bicycle typeMountain bike, front suspension
Archive ID81017
Original MSRP$1,249.00
ColorsMango
Sizes15", 16.5", 18", 19.5", 21"
Weight24 lb

Frameset

Frame constructionTIG-welded
Frame materialEaston Reaction w/replaceable derailleur hanger
ForkAnswer Manitou X-Vert, 4.0" travel
Fork materialAluminum/magnesium, triple-clamp crown
Rear shockN/A

Drivetrain

Component groupMountain Mix
ShiftersShimano Deore LX RapidFire SL
Front derailleurShimano Deore LX, top-pull/clamp-on 31.8mm
Rear derailleurShimano Deore XT SGS
CranksetShimano Deore LX, 22/32/42 teeth
Bottom bracketShimano Deore LX, 110mm spindle
BB shell width68mm English
Rear cogs9-speed, 11 - 32 teeth
ChainShimano CN-HG72, 1/2 x 3/32"
PedalsShimano PD-M636 SPD

Brakes

BrakesShimano Deore LX V-Brake brakes, Real levers

Cockpit & contact points

Headset1 1/8" threadless Cane Creek
HandlebarAzonic World Force, 1.5" rise
Handlebar extensionsNot included
StemAzonic ORC
SaddleSDG Ventura Comp, chromoly rails
SeatpostTitec AL-235, 26.8mm diameter

Wheels & tires

HubsFront: Ringle Son of Bubba, Rear: Shimano Deore LX
RimsSun Rims Rhyno Lite, 32-hole
SpokesDT stainless steel, 2.0mm straight gauge
Spoke nipplesBrass nipples
Front tireFront: 26 x 2.10" Maxxis Helter kevlar, Rear: 26 x 2.10" Maxxis Skelter kevlar
Wheel size26" wheels

Geometry · Legacy reference

Top tube579.1 mm
Head-tube angle71°
Seat-tube angle73°
Chainstay / rear center424.2 mm

Manufacturer-published archive data. Confirm exact standards and dimensions before ordering parts or performing service. Generated by Velopedia on October 3, 2026.